About History Day
National History Day is an inter-disciplinary research project for students in grades 6-12. History Day teaches students to:
- Conduct in-depth research
- Use primary and secondary sources
- Read a variety of texts
- Analyze and synthesize information
- Write and present historical content
Presentation Categories
Exhibit CategoryIn this category, students work to create a mini-museum exhibit. Students use primary sources, seconderay sources and their own writings to deliver information to the viewers. More information about the category and exhibit rules can be found here.
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Documentary CategoryIn this category, students work to create a documentary.The documentary allows students to work with different kinds of technologies to creat a finished product. More in formation about the category and documentary rules can be found here.
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Website CategoryIn this category, students work to create a website. Students use an easy to use online program to help put it together. The category allows students to use technology to help present their projects. More information about the category and website rules can be found here.
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Performance CategoryIn this category, students work to create a performace to present their project. Students create a live performace meant to make their projects come "alive" for the viewer. More information about the category and performance rules can be found here.
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Research Paper CategoryIn this category, a students works to complete a research paper to present their project. It is a good project for students who enjoy writing. More informaton about the category and performance rules can be found here.
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